FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 SUGAR The per capita consumption of Sugar (sucrose) in the United States is about 125 grams per day. Each 125 grams when digested becomes 66 grams of glucose and 66 grams of fructose. Add to this the fructose from fruit and honey, the average daily intake becomes 74 grams per day. The fructose undergoes reactions in the body leading to acetate, which is then in part converted to cholesterol. (17) Tests have shown a direct correlation between the amount of sugar eaten and the level of cholesterol in the blood. There is also a positive correlation between dietary sugar and breast cancer. Insulin has an effect similar to estrogen and prolactin. (24) Sugar causes increase in urinary excretion of calcium. (27) People who ate foods that put a high insulin demand on the body were twice as likely to develop colon cancer than others. (Sci News: 5-6-00). For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 SUGAR The per capita consumption of Sugar (sucrose) in the United States is about 125 grams per day. Each 125 grams when digested becomes 66 grams of glucose and 66 grams of fructose. Add to this the fructose from fruit and honey, the average daily intake becomes 74 grams per day. The fructose undergoes reactions in the body leading to acetate, which is then in part converted to cholesterol. (17) Tests have shown a direct correlation between the amount of sugar eaten and the level of cholesterol in the blood. There is also a positive correlation between dietary sugar and breast cancer. Insulin has an effect similar to estrogen and prolactin. (24) Sugar causes increase in urinary excretion of calcium. (27) People who ate foods that put a high insulin demand on the body were twice as likely to develop colon cancer than others. (Sci News: 5-6-00). For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
